First United Methodist Church Missouri City, TX

Rev. Marty Vershel (9-16-18) - Others

Senior Pastor Rev. Marty Vershel preaches the second sermon in the sermon series One Mind. In this sermon, Marty speaks of how Paul's references to God in Philippians 2 foreshadow The Trinity. And, Marty asks, "How does this help us become of "one mind?"

Rev. Marty Vershel (9-9-18) - Grace and Peace

Senior Pastor Rev. Marty Vershel kicks off a new sermon series on the second chapeter of Philippians. We are a nation . . . people . . . church that doesn't see eye-to-eye. Marty says, "Can you imagine in today’s climate being of one mind? We are a divided people in so many ways and probably becoming more divided with each passing day. Whether it’s our politics or simply different opinions on social issues or particular beliefs, we are a nation divided. We no longer seem to know how to get along with people who have different opinions or beliefs. But, instead we want to demonize the other, ridicule the other, hate the other, and separate from the other, treating them as if we have nothing in common." 

Rev. Barbara Robberson (9-2-18) - Stay Connected

Preaching on John 15:1-8, Rev. Barbara Robberson extols the virtures of a connected system -- like a vine. Barbara reminds us, as the scripture says that "Christ is the vine and we are the branches." Part of the I AM series, this sermon gives a powerful message of how best to focus our efforts, reminding us that we connected to the efforts of Jesus.

Rev. Rusty Young (8-26-18) - The Way, The Truth, The Life

Preaching in the I AM series, Rev. Rusty Young relates John 14:1-6 to his personal struggles with his brain surgery and a stroke. It is an amazing personal story of overcoming a major health issue through the grace of his family, friends, pastors and church.

Rev. Marty Vershel (8-19-18) - Let It Go

Preaching on Mark 11:1-11, Senior Pastor Rev. Marty Vershel asks that we look beyond our familiarity wit this scripture simply as a Palm Sunday passage. Comparing this passage to the other Gospels, Marty wants us to consider Jesus' act of returning the donkey. Could it be that Jesus returning the donkey is a call for us to reflect on what we need to return? Or, to put it another way, what do you and I need to release? What do we need to let go?

Rev. Marty Vershel (8-12-18): The Butterfly Effect

Preaching on Student Sunday and continuing in the sermon series No Minor Characters, Rev. Marty Vershel involves a famous story in Exodus. In Exodus 1:15-2:10, we hear of Moses being set down the Nile to be discovered by the Egyptians. Marty also tells of the famous Butterfly Effect and how a simple act can chage lives.

Rev. Marty Vershel 8-5-18) - A Place at the Table

In this installment of the sermon series No Minor Characters, Rev. Marty Vershel tells of Mephibosheth of II Samuel 9 and who is welcome at the table of King David. David made an agreement with Mephibosheth's father, Jonathan, that David would honor the family and descendants of King Saul. Would David honor the agreement? Who would be welcome to sit with the greatest of warriors at David's table? And, if so, Marty inquires about who is welcome at your table?

Dr. Richard Burnham (7-29-18) - Barabbas and a Second Chance

In the next installment in the sermon series No Minor Characters, Dr. Richard Burnham discusses Barabbas from Luke 23:13-25. In our faith-language, we often say, "Christ died for my sins." Barabbas is the one that can truly say that Christ took his place on the cross. Even though we know nothing more about Barabbas that this moment in Biblical history, what does it mean to truly get a second chance?

Rev. Marty Vershel (7-22-18) - First-Place Loser

In the sermon in the series No Minor Characters, Rev. Marty Vershel sets the scene of Acts 1:15-26 where the Disciples are attempting to replace Judas following the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus. One person makes the cut and another doesn't. Marty reminds that even though the world may not choose us, God always does.

Dr. Richard Burnham (7-15-18) - Profiles in Courage - Caleb

Continuing in the sermon series No Minor Characters, Dr. Richard Burnham utilizes Number 13-14 and the story of Caleb to discuss taking risks and courage.